Common types of fraud

Below is a brief taxonomy of fraud scenarios. Gatekeeper can help mitigate or detect;

• Account Takeover / Credential Stuffing Fraudsters gain unauthorized access to user accounts, often using leaked or stolen login details.

• Fake or Synthetic Accounts Fraudsters create multiple or completely fabricated identities to exploit sign-up promos or bonuses.

• Payment Fraud Use of stolen credit cards or payment instruments to fund accounts, purchase items, or launder funds.

• Chargeback Abuse / Friendly Fraud Legitimate customers or fraudsters request chargebacks on valid transactions, leading to losses for merchants.

• Location Spoofing Users mask or fake their physical location to circumvent regional restrictions or pricing.

• Account Sharing & Credential Sharing Multiple people use a single subscription or betting account, reducing revenue and complicating compliance.

• Bot & Script Attacks Automated software or scripts artificially generate transactions, ad clicks, or streaming plays to inflate metrics or siphon rewards.